55Beautiful spot! The owners clearly put a lot of effort into making this a special destination. My girl was happy to crunch through leaves on the pretty trails without fear of running into another dog to stress her out. We’ll be back! p.s. Thank you to the sniffspotter who recommended swinging by SnoTown coffee nearby. Delicious and they had treats and kind words for my pooch too. Sara S.
Sara S.
November 2022
Beautiful spot! The owners clearly put a lot of effort into making this a special destination. My girl was happy to crunch through leaves on the pretty trails without fear of running into another dog to stress her out. We’ll be back! p.s. Thank you to the sniffspotter who recommended swinging by SnoTown coffee nearby. Delicious and they had treats and kind words for my pooch too.
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55This place is amazing with trails and clear signage. A joy to walk around and let our dog explore, he even got to see horses in the “club zoomies”Ariella E.
Ariella E.
November 2022
This place is amazing with trails and clear signage. A joy to walk around and let our dog explore, he even got to see horses in the “club zoomies”
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55This place is so incredible! I may have some property envy. Lol. My Great Pyrenees, husky and I arrived a little late, but I was fine with even 30 minutes. Luckily for us we were able to book an extra hour. My Pyrenees had the best day of his life! We cannot wait to go back several times until we have our own piece of property like this. I'm telling every dog owner I know about this place....too good not to share😊Andrea P.
Andrea P.
November 2022
This place is so incredible! I may have some property envy. Lol. My Great Pyrenees, husky and I arrived a little late, but I was fine with even 30 minutes. Luckily for us we were able to book an extra hour. My Pyrenees had the best day of his life! We cannot wait to go back several times until we have our own piece of property like this. I'm telling every dog owner I know about this place....too good not to share😊
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55We had a great time romping around the woods and fields. Got confused at first about how to get to the Sniffspot - it’s OPPOSITE the driveway from where you park- not forward past the farm animals!Amelia J.
Amelia J.
November 2022
We had a great time romping around the woods and fields. Got confused at first about how to get to the Sniffspot - it’s OPPOSITE the driveway from where you park- not forward past the farm animals!
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55Always a good time had by all! Was good to get out again as it’s been awhile since we’ve been sniffspotting due to a broken leg but we’re baaaacckkk!Melinda S.
Melinda S.
November 2022
Always a good time had by all! Was good to get out again as it’s been awhile since we’ve been sniffspotting due to a broken leg but we’re baaaacckkk!
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55This has become our regular spot. My pups consider this their second home. The host is very responsive & has accommodated last minute changes multiple times. Thanks so much Rosa Z.
Rosa Z.
December 2022
This has become our regular spot. My pups consider this their second home. The host is very responsive & has accommodated last minute changes multiple times. Thanks so much
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55Our dog loved exploring this peaceful wooded area. They have thought of everything to make this a comfortable and fun experience for your dog.Alison D.
Alison D.
December 2022
Our dog loved exploring this peaceful wooded area. They have thought of everything to make this a comfortable and fun experience for your dog.
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55My dogs and I had a great time on the trails. The signage was excellent- no doubts about boundaries, and this will be a great summer and fall picnic spot. Thanks for sharing your land.Robin S.
Robin S.
December 2022
My dogs and I had a great time on the trails. The signage was excellent- no doubts about boundaries, and this will be a great summer and fall picnic spot. Thanks for sharing your land.
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55This is our 3rd or 4th time here. I've went ahead and signed up for a membership. Black Pond Farm has great availability. This Sniffspot is always clean. Sometimes you can see giant Pacific salamanders. My Swissy loves running up and down the trails and exploring every nook and cranny. The seating area and canopy at the fair end of the trail is nice for a break. Today we practiced truffle hunting with scent tins. Thanks for offering such a lovely place for my dog and me.Nikki B.
Nikki B.
December 2022
This is our 3rd or 4th time here. I've went ahead and signed up for a membership. Black Pond Farm has great availability. This Sniffspot is always clean. Sometimes you can see giant Pacific salamanders. My Swissy loves running up and down the trails and exploring every nook and cranny. The seating area and canopy at the fair end of the trail is nice for a break. Today we practiced truffle hunting with scent tins. Thanks for offering such a lovely place for my dog and me.
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55Wonderful spot! Lots of way finding and clear instructions about how to enter. Great signage about their property versus public land, and a wonderful table area for a picnic!Rachel R.
Rachel R.
January 2023
Wonderful spot! Lots of way finding and clear instructions about how to enter. Great signage about their property versus public land, and a wonderful table area for a picnic!
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55Visited on a sunny day and even more beautiful. If you take the trail to ‘forbidden trail’ and continue, you can hike on for quite a way. We walked for 30 minutes and then headed back.Elizabeth R.
Elizabeth R.
January 2023
Visited on a sunny day and even more beautiful. If you take the trail to ‘forbidden trail’ and continue, you can hike on for quite a way. We walked for 30 minutes and then headed back.
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55Really great spot! Super nice and accommodating and signage was helpful around the property :) definitely prepare to step in a wet stream or two.Tina T.
Tina T.
January 2023
Really great spot! Super nice and accommodating and signage was helpful around the property :) definitely prepare to step in a wet stream or two.
How do Clayton's private dog hiking trails work?
Private rentals by the hour
Our hosts are locals that are renting their yards and private land to dog owners
Trust and safety first
Spots are designed for safety and both hosts and guests are reviewed after each visit
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit
Reactive dogs welcome
Many of the spots we list are designed with sensitive dogs in mind
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FAQ about our Clayton dog hiking trails
Are dog hiking trails safe?
While public dog parks have a number of safety issues, such as aggressive dogs, inattentive owners, disease transmission and general cleanliness, Sniffspot dog parks are much safer than a city or county park. With a Sniffspot off-leash area all bookings are private for just you and dogs you bring with you and we require all dogs to be vaccinated (or have equivalent titers). All Sniffspot locations are vetted and reviewed by guests so you can find the perfect place for you and your dog. 93% of reviews on Sniffspot visits are 5 stars. Our hiking trails tend to be outside the city, which lends to more privacy, but it is also important to follow typical hiking safety precautions, such as potentially having trail maps.
How can I find dog hiking trails in Clayton?
There are 5 dog hiking trails in the Clayton area. The most popular dog hiking trail is Stephanie's Private Dog Park In Clayton. You can browse all of our dog hiking trails here.
How do I know if a dog hiking trail works for my dog?
Sniffspot provides the tools to find the ideal spot. Start by applying basic filters, such as fencing 6 feet tall and distractions, to find a dog park with trails that works for your dog. You can also filter by size if you are looking for a certain acre park, an expansive off-leash dog park. If your dog doesn't have good recall, you can visit one of our fully fenced dog hiking trails. If your dog is reactive to other dogs, you can visit one of our dog hiking trails where there are no dogs audible or visible nearby. Since you are looking for trails, make sure to check photos to see if it the spot has flat trails or gnarly trails. You can also browse by specific amenities, if you are looking for a view or a beach, for instance, or other activities or fun features. You can check whether the spot has off or on street parking, the regular park hours, whether it has paved trails or a modern restroom.
What are the requirements to bring my dog to a Sniffspot dog hiking trail?
In order to hike the trails, we require that all dogs have basic vaccinations or equivalent titers. We do not permit dogs with a bite history. We require that guests sign our waiver and agree to follow our safety rules.
Will there be other dogs at the Sniffspot hiking trail at the same time as me?
Sniffspot only allows one booking at a time and any host dogs are required to be kept away from the spot during visits. We also enforce 30 min time buffers between bookings.
How much do Sniffspot hiking trails cost?
Dog hiking trails in the Clayton area range from $7.0 and $15.0. The least expensive dog hiking trail is Stephanie's Private Dog Park In Clayton. The most expensive dog hiking trail is Ray's Private Dog Park In Edwall. Each host sets their own price, so you can check the price on the specific Sniffspot dog park listing.
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